85. From Fame to Fatherhood: Adrian Grenier on Psychedelics and Parenting

How do psychedelics influence how we show up as parents, partners, and people? In this episode, April Pride visits Adrian Grenier at his Texas ranch during SXSW to talk about identity, intention, and healing across generations. Known for his Hollywood fame, Grenier reveals the more grounded mission he’s embraced: building a sanctuary for his son—and for himself. From his first ayahuasca journey to the parenting lessons no one teaches, Adrian opens up about masculinity, midlife growth, and what it means to raise a child differently than you were raised.

🔵 Key Takeaways

-Adrian’s journey with psychedelics moved from escape and creativity to deep emotional integration and healing.

-His current mission is creating a safe, nurturing home for his wife and son—a response to his own fatherless upbringing.

-MDMA helped open his heart in intimate relationships and supported deeper compassion and connection.

-Texas, especially Austin, offers unexpected openness to psychedelic healing, especially when framed through religious or family values.

-Raising children on the land—not in classrooms—can encourage curiosity, presence, and emotional resilience.

Learn more about this episode, including guests and resources on substack:https://aprilpride.substack.com/p/adrian-grenier-psychedelics-parenting

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